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17 Loveable Feel Good Friday Ideas for Work!

Ending the busy week with a feel-good Friday idea can be great for any workplace.

As the week’s grind starts to ease and the weekend approaches, It’s a great opportunity to celebrate wins and connect with colleagues.

However, ordering pizza and going for drinks can often get repetitive and boring.

So we’ve put together a list of 17 fun and unique ideas to give that feel-good Friday atmosphere in any workplace.

Whether you want to lift spirits, inspire positivity, or get people together, feel-good Fridays can create a great atmosphere in any workplace.

Contents

17 Feel-Good Friday Work Ideas

  1. Wellbeing Workshop
  2. Compliment Wall
  3. Inspiring Guest Speaker
  4. Fun Fact Friday (FREE Fun Fact Generator)
  5. Gratitude Board
  6. Team Trivia
  7. Sharing a Success Story
  8. Team Walk
  9. Feel Good Music
  10. Healthy and Delicious Lunch
  11. Feel Good Film
  12. Charity Volunteering
  13. Book Swap
  14. Act of Kindness (FREE Kindness Generator)
  15. Smoothie Making
  16. Guess Who Game
  17. Fun Theme Friday

17 Feel-Good Friday Work Ideas

As the week winds down, Fridays present a perfect opportunity to inject some fun and positivity into the workplace.

Here are 17 feel-good ideas to help create a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere that your team will look forward to every week!

1. Wellbeing Workshop

Imagine transforming your Fridays into a sanctuary of positivity and growth with wellbeing workshops!

These engaging sessions aren’t just about learning—they’re an invitation to prioritise your team’s mental, physical and emotional health in a fun and interactive way.

A wellbeing speaker can facilitate a workshop to explore stress management techniques, create positive habits, inspire gratitude, promote teamwork, improve happiness and more!

By incorporating wellbeing workshops into your feel-good Fridays, you’re not just boosting morale, you’re building a culture that values health, happiness and togetherness.

At Loving Life, we help companies empower, motivate and inspire their teams.

Whether on a Friday or any other day of the week.

Get in touch to see how we can work together!

2. Compliment Wall

Why not change an office wall into a compliment wall?

This is a simple yet powerful initiative that can elevate everyone’s spirits!

Every Friday, encourage colleagues to write a compliment on the wall about someone in the workplace or the workplace itself.

This allows team members to share and receive compliments which can help to build a culture of appreciation and positivity.

Imagine walking by a wall filled with kind words.

It can instantly boost moods!

On feel-good Fridays, this can be a delightful tradition where everyone takes a moment to write and share compliments.

It’s a fun, easy way to celebrate each other.

3. Inspiring Guest Speaker

Elevate your feel-good Fridays with the energy of an inspiring guest speaker!

Bringing someone in who can share their journey, insights, and motivation can ignite passion and enthusiasm within your team.

Whether they’re an expert in improving health and wellbeing, a leader in your industry, or someone who has overcome significant challenges, their stories can resonate deeply and spark new ideas.

A guest speaker not only provides valuable takeaways for your employees but also creates a sense of community as everyone gathers to learn and be inspired together.

Imagine the buzz in the office as colleagues discuss the insights shared and how they can apply them to their own lives!

Check out our blog on “10 Inspiring Keynote Speakers Ideas” for your next feel-good Friday!

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4. Fun Fact Friday

Why not start your fell-good Friday with some unique and interesting fun facts?

This light-hearted initiative invites employees to share intriguing, quirky, or strange facts that can spark conversation and connection in the office.

Imagine the excitement as team members gather around to learn something unique and interesting.

For example: Did you know that Brits drink between 100-160 million cups of tea daily?

Who are the big tea drinkers in your office?

Fun facts like this can lighten the mood, and also nurture a culture of continuous learning and exploration.

Plus, who doesn’t love a fun fact?

FREE Fun Fact Generator
FREE Fun Fact Generator
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5. Gratitude Board

Different to a compliment wall, a gratitude board allows individuals to look at the things they are grateful for.

This simple yet impactful initiative allows team members to truly think about the things that are positively impacting them.

Gratitude can help employees realise the amazing benefits of their colleagues and workplace.

A feel-good Friday gratitude board can serve as a weekly reminder of the good things in the workplace, helping to create a sense of belonging and community.

So why not encourage everyone to take a moment to write a note of gratitude and read through the messages posted.

If you want to go one step further to inspire gratitude, why not organise a “Harnessing Gratitude Workshop” to inspire a culture of gratitude and appreciation in the workplace.

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6. Team Trivia

Bring some competition and laughter to your Fridays with Team Trivia!

Get employees to form small groups and tackle trivia questions on a variety of topics, from pop culture to interesting company facts.

Team Trivia can help to lighten the mood and also strengthen relationships as people learn more about each other’s interests and skills.

Games like these are when you find out who the real movie bucks are and why certain employees know the answer to particular questions.

Trivia is a great way to end the week, and create lasting memories.

Check out this blog on 10 fun wellbeing games which includes a free downloadable wellbeing trivia.

7. Sharing a Success Story

Why not brighten your Fridays by dedicating time to share a success story?

Sharing a personal story allows employees to celebrate achievements, big or small, and highlights the hard work and dedication of individuals or teams.

This doesn’t just have to be work-related.

It could be a recent success outside of work or a great achievement by someone inspirational.

Imagine the inspiration that flows when someone shares how they overcame challenges or met a significant goal, or made a positive impact on the world.

Spotlighting successes helps to build a culture of appreciation and motivation.

On feel-good Fridays, this can create a positive atmosphere where employees feel valued and inspired.

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8. Team Walk

The human body was built to move!

But too often we’re stuck at our desks without moving much at all.

Why not energise your Fridays with a team walk!

Going for a walk around the block gets employees to step away from their desks and engage in some physical activity together.

A brisk walk around the office can promote both physical health and mental clarity.

Imagine your team enjoying the fresh air while chatting and bonding, taking a few moments to release tension from the week.

Not only does this help reduce stress and improve health, but it also builds a sense of teamwork and connection.

9. Feel Good Music

Curating a playlist of uplifting songs can create an energetic and vibrant atmosphere in the office on any Friday.

A workspace pumping energetic and motivational tunes can lift spirits and encourage smiles.

You could encourage team members to add their favourite songs to the playlist.

Whether it’s upbeat classics, motivational anthems, or the latest hits, music has the power to boost mood and bring people together.

At the end of the day, why not set aside time for a mini dance party or simply letting the music play in the background as employees connect and bond?

Music can not only make the work environment more enjoyable but also provide a fun way for colleagues to relax and unwind.

So, get the tunes on and let the Friday vibes begin

10. Healthy and Delicious Lunch

Why not treat your team to a healthy and delicious lunch on Fridays to end the week on a high?

Providing healthy lunch not only satisfies appetites but also promotes wellness and nourishment among employees.

Everyone can get together to enjoy a lunch that’s both tasty, nutritious, and paid for by the company.

This offers colleagues a chance to unwind and connect over good food.

Prioritising healthy eating can also boost energy levels and productivity for the afternoon ahead.

On feel-good Fridays, a healthy lunch is a perfect way to celebrate the week’s accomplishments while reinforcing a culture of health and wellbeing.

Find your local caterer and put on a lunch that employees will love!

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11. Feel Good Film

Films can be a great way to escape the hustle of work and switch off for a couple of hours.

Why not brighten up your Fridays with a feel good film?

Putting on a heart-warming movie for everyone to watch can lifts spirit and bring joy to the office.

Imagine gathering in a cozy meeting room or a lounge area, popcorn in hand, as everyone settles in for a feel-good flick that brings laughter, inspiration, and a sense of togetherness.

Whether it’s a classic comedy, an uplifting documentary, or an inspiring story, watching a film together can create a shared experience that strengthens bonds among colleagues.

12. Charity Volunteering

As a King’s Trust Ambassador (Formerly The Prince’s Trust), I’ve seen firsthand how volunteering for a charity can boost morale and feelings of joy within many organisations.

Why not turn your Fridays into an opportunity for colleagues to volunteer for meaningful charities?

Volunteering allows employees to step away from their daily tasks and give back to the community together.

Not only does volunteering create a sense of purpose, but it also goes a long way in helping charitable causes.

So why not find your local charity and see how you can work together to bring some positivity to the world?

volunteering wellbeing activity for the workplace

13. Book Swap

Reading has so many benefits!

So why not ignite a love for reading with a book swap on Fridays!

Book swaps encourage employees to bring in books they’ve enjoyed and exchange them for new reads.

This gives colleagues accountability to read new books and the things they learn can only benefit the workplace.

It also gives colleagues opportunities to connect as they discuss what they liked or didn’t like about particular books.

If your workplace wants some book inspiration, check out the “Power of Pages” YouTube channel.

14. Act of Kindness

Why not inspire an act of kindness on your feel-good Fridays?

The act of giving not only helps the person on the receiving end but also makes the giver feel good.

This heart-warming practice encourages employees to perform simple, thoughtful gestures for one another, creating a ripple effect of positivity throughout the workplace.

Whether it’s leaving a kind note on a colleague’s desk, bringing in treats to share, or offering help on a work project, these small acts can make a massive difference to someone’s day.

Set the tone by giving employees some ideas as not everyone knows what to do or say.

Act of Kindness Generator
Act of Kindness Generator
Click the button to generate an act of kindness!

15. Smoothie Making

Why not blend up some fun on Fridays with a smoothie making session?

Smoothy making invites employees to get creative in the kitchen and enjoy a delicious, healthy treat together.

Colleagues can gather to mix and match a variety of fruits, vegetables, and add-ins to create their own personalised smoothies.

It’s a great way to promote health and wellness while encouraging creativity and a bit of fun.

As colleagues share recipes and try each other’s concoctions, they build connections, have a laugh, and get to drink some lovely smoothies.

So, get to the local supermarket, pick up some fruit and veg, and get organised for your next feel-good Friday event.

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16. Guess Who Game

Add some laughter and connection to your Fridays with the guess who game!

The guess who game brings employees together through the power of curiosity and shared experiences.

Colleagues write interesting or unique things about themselves and put it into a bowl.

The organiser then mixes them up and pulls them out one at a time reading each statement out.

Colleagues have to work together to guess who wrote that statement.

This is a light-hearted way to reveal hidden talents and learn more about one another beyond the usual working day.

17. Fun Theme Friday

Why not create a Friday theme each week to Inject some creativity and excitement into your workplace.

Fun theme Friday encourages employees to embrace their playful side by dressing up or decorating their workspaces according to a chosen theme.

Feel-good Friday initiatives like this can create a buzz in the office as colleagues come together in costumes, themed accessories, or festive decorations, all centred around a specific idea.

It could be a favourite decade, a movie, or a colour scheme.

This not only breaks the daily routine but also brings some laughter and joy as everyone gets involved in the fun.

At Loving Life, we help companies, empower, motivate and inspire their employees.

If you want to support your most valuable asset, YOUR PEOPLE, get in touch to see how we can work together!

Author 

Tyler Lowe – Health & Wellbeing Speaker

BSc Sport & Exercise Rehabilitation

Tyler Lowe